How It Works

Combine technical skill-building, human support, and project-based learning to set your career in motion.

  • Online, flexible, and fast

    Learn on your schedule in less time than a full degree. No need to put your life on hold.

  • Project-based to turn learning into action

    Build skills and put them to work through real-world projects. You’ll be ahead of the game before you’re in the field.

  • Human support from day one

    Get expert one-on-one support from a mentor, career coach, and student advisor. They’ll help you define your path, knock down obstacles, and meet your goals.

  • Backed by our job guarantee

    Have the confidence to invest in yourself. The Springboard Job Guarantee means if don’t land a job, we’ll give you a full refund (terms apply). Learn more.

Our curriculum is different

Our courses are 100% online and always accessible.

Full-time workers, undergrads, stay-at-home parents, and veterans are all taking Springboard classes right now.

Our subject matter experts continually update each course to make sure you’re getting your chosen field’s latest tools, frameworks, and best practices.

Build a competitive portfolio that proves your skills

Our focus is on real-world applications. We help students build portfolios that outcompete experienced applicants.

How you will work:

  • 65% of your time goes to hands-on project work

  • You’ll complete at least one capstone projects, live learning assessment or externship to help you stand out from cookie-cutter candidates

  • Capstone projects will be graded by your mentor and your portfolio will be reviewed by our in-house hiring managers

Past projects from Springboard students

Juan Guzman

Capstone project: An app that helps you compare credit card rewards

Sofie Vickers

Capstone project: Personalized and online tutoring for students

  • Personalized guidance to move you forward

    Build skills faster with an industry expert in your corner. Tackle the curriculum together and get your questions answered.

  • Accountability at every step

    Regular sessions with your mentor means blockers will be removed and you’ll stay on track.

  • Industry insight on call

    Your mentor will provide an insider's perspective on what it takes to build a successful career in your area of study.

Mentor: Karen Ko

UX Designer

Mentor: Ike Okonkwo

Data Scientist

Mentor: Venkatraman Prabhu

Sr Product Manager

Mentor: Jessica McElroy

Software Engineer

Never job search alone

You'll be paired with a career coach who has at least two years of experience coaching, recruiting or advising professionals in tech and corporate careers.

Career support at every step:

  • Meet with your career coach 1-on-1 to plan, practice, and negotiate successfully.

  • Join group coaching sessions to get feedback, share advice, and network with the Springboard community.

  • Work with our in-house hiring managers to create and refine your resume and portfolio. Prep for behavioral and technical interviews. When you get the offer, they’ll make sure you get what you're worth.

Invest in yourself with confidence

We offer the Springboard Job Guarantee because we know our approach works.
Land a job or get a full refund. Terms apply.

Springboard grads have achieved life-changing growth. You can too.

+$23,333

Average salary increase of Career Track graduates who provided pre- and post-course salaries.

December 2023

85.6%

Of job-qualified individuals who reported an offer, received it within 12 months of graduation.

December 2023

18,394

Enrolled students in Springboard Career Tracks since our launch in 2016.

December 2023

Learn how Geraldo went from oil rig operator to coder

A veteran of the oil and gas industry, Geraldo would spend months at a time on a drillship, far from his pregnant wife.

After completing the Springboard Software Engineering Career Track, Geraldo now works as a backend software engineer at Affirm.

The best part? He works from home, which means more quality time with his wife and son.

Get started today

Submit the application form found on any of our course pages. It’s fast and free — and we’ll process your application immediately.

Get ready for a phone call. After you apply, an admissions team member will call you to discuss your background and goals.

We’ll send a skills survey to figure out what you already know. If you’re new to the field, don’t worry — we’ve got a plan for everyone.

Select a payment plan and start date. Then get ready to transform your career.

Ready to transform your career?

At Springboard, progress shows up when you do. We’re here to guide you from where you are to where you deserve to be.

Spots are limited, and we accept qualified applicants on a first come, first served basis.

The application is free and takes just 5 minutes to complete.